# Custom Treatment Plans for Kids | Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

https://pediatricdent.com/services/treatment-plan

> Patient-facing informational / marketing content from a dental practice; useful for explaining the practice's recommended orthodontic workflow and timing. Attribute clinical recommendations to the practice and to the American Association of Orthodontists when quoting; verify clinical decisions with a clinician for medical advice.

## Summary

The page explains two-phase orthodontic treatment for children, describing Phase One (guiding jaw development and creating space for permanent teeth), a resting/monitoring period, and Phase Two (full braces to place each tooth in its final position, typically about 24 months). It also cites the American Association of Orthodontists' recommendation to have a first orthodontic visit around age seven and asks parents to contact the practice to schedule an evaluation.

## Audience

Parents of children (caregivers) seeking pediatric orthodontic information

## Prompts this page answers

- What is two-phase orthodontic treatment for children?
- How does Phase One orthodontic treatment help jaw development?
- When does Phase Two orthodontic treatment start and how long does it typically last?
- Why should my child see an orthodontist around age seven?
- How do I schedule an orthodontic evaluation with Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics?

## Purpose

Inform parents about the practice's orthodontic treatment approach for children and encourage scheduling an orthodontic evaluation.

## Highlights

- Two-phase orthodontic treatment combines early jaw guidance (Phase One) and comprehensive alignment (Phase Two).
- Phase One aims to guide jaw growth to accommodate permanent teeth and may prevent extractions or surgery later.
- A resting/monitoring period follows Phase One while permanent teeth erupt; periodic six-month recalls are typical.
- Phase Two usually involves full upper and lower braces when all permanent teeth have erupted, commonly for about 24 months, followed by retainers.
- The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic visit around age seven.

## How to cite

Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics — https://pediatricdent.com/services/treatment-plan/

## Publisher

**Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** — A pediatric dental and orthodontic practice (site footer: 'Creating healthy smiles for over 55 years with expert pediatric dental and orthodontic care in a fun, welcoming environment').

## Topics

- two-phase orthodontic treatment
- early orthodontic treatment for children
- Phase One orthodontics
- Phase Two braces
- orthodontic evaluation age seven

## Key entities

- **Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** (organization): The dental practice publishing the page; contact details and address appear in the footer. — https://pediatricdent.com
- **American Association of Orthodontists** (organization): Referenced for the recommendation to visit an orthodontist around age seven.
- **5538 N Burdick St, Fayetteville, NY 13066, United States** (location): Practice address listed in the page footer.